Test strip FosfaMilk

Overview
FosfaMilk Test is a colorimetric assay based on the reaction between the Alkaline Phosphatase enzyme (present in raw milk and inactivated after correct pasteurization or UHT treatment) and a chromogenic substrate. The reaction produces a color change on a test strip enabling detection and semiquantitative estimation of Alkaline Phosphatase activity in milk, whey, cream and butter after simple pretreatment. The kit requires only an incubator or waterbath at 37C; no micropipettes, spoons or additional reagents are needed.


Regulatory and performance notes
The European Commission (CE 1664/2006) sets a residual Alkaline Phosphatase activity limit of 350 mU/L for correctly pasteurized/sterilized milk. FosfaMilk Test delivers a sensitivity of 200 mU/L and is suitable for verification of compliance with this regulatory threshold.


Product data and usage
Format: box containing 50 tests (test strips). Results on milk and whey are available within 60 minutes after incubation. The test gives a semiquantitative interpretation based on color intensity and can be read by eye without a dedicated reader. Cream and butter require a quick defatting pretreatment before analysis. Incubation: 1 hour at 37C in any thermostat or waterbath.


Technical features / specifications

Easy-to-use strip-based kit

Format: box with 50 tests

Results within 60 minutes for milk and whey from all species

Applicable to cream and butter after quick defatting

No chemical reagents, micropipettes or dedicated consumables required

Incubation: 1 hour at 37C (thermostat or waterbath)

Visual semiquantitative interpretation by color intensity; no reader required

Sensitivity: 200 mU/L Alkaline Phosphatase

Regulatory reference: CE 1664/2006 (residual activity limit 350 mU/L)

Shelf life: 12 months from production date

Product code: 63095 (FosfaMilk Test, 50 tests)